Roads and Traffic Agency addresses ditches in Westhoek

Work begins on November 9th to reduce water and mud nuisance along regional roads by converting ditches into buffer zones.

Generic image of drainage ditches along a road in Flanders, with green fields in the background.
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Generic image of drainage ditches along a road in Flanders, with green fields in the background.

The Agency for Roads and Traffic starts work on Monday, November 9th on ditches along regional roads in the Westhoek, aiming to improve rainwater management and prevent erosion.

Existing roadside ditches are being converted into buffer ditches to temporarily store rainwater and slow down its drainage. Where necessary, small dams or grass zones will be installed to retain mud. These measures aim to reduce water and mud nuisance on roads and in the ditches.
The works, scheduled to finish by mid-December 2026, are subject to site and weather conditions. During the construction, one lane will be occupied, but traffic can pass the work zone alternately. Residences will remain accessible.
More information about the works can be found at www.wegenenverkeer/heuvelland.
Based on information from the official source: Gemeente Heuvelland (10/11/2026)